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Umpires for Nations (U4N)

Programme Overview

This international umpiring programme supports and up skills umpires with the potential to move into their national leagues. Participants will be mentored by EuroHockey trained mentors and the programme is a blend of online and face-to-face workshops, plus the opportunity to umpire elite level U16 matches.

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Type of development

7
OnlineFace to Face

Learning

5
Soft SkillsHard Skills

Estimated Hours of Learning

32

Next Deadline

27/09/2024

Frequently Asked Questions

How Long Does It Last

How Long Does It Last

7 months

How Many Applicants

How Many Applicants

Each Cohort has 18 Participants

How Much Is It

How Much Is It

Є800 per year

Discount

Discount

50% discount for member national associations.

Certification Body

Certification Body

EuroHockey Institute

Language Used

Language Used

English

Important Dates

September 2 to 27, 2024

Nomination Period

February 2025

Webinar: 3hrs Online

Easter 2025

Seminar: 2.5 Day Face to Face

August 2025

Seminar: 2.5 Day Face to Face

How To Get On

Application

  • Only member national associations of EuroHockey may nominate participants.
  • The nomination period is September.
  • Each October the new cohort is announced.
  • Contact your member national association directly to be nominated

Criteria & Level

  • EuroHockey National Panel

Year 1

Webinar 1

3hrs Online - U4E & U4N Introduction

Module
Engagement in umpiring across Europe

Seminar 1

2.5 Day Face to Face - The model umpire

Modules
The basics of peak peformance through technical knowledge
The model umpire (presentation and positioning)
Maintainting enjoyment in the game; penalties, cards, and captains
Assessment
Interactive Modules
Personal development

Seminar 2

2.5 Day Face to Face - Practical Delivery

Modules
Fitness and its growing importance (including practical test)
Match Preparation including the use of tournament briefings
Observational learning
Assessment
Fitness Test
Personal development
Appointed to Breda Invitational

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